Arkansas River Collection

Railway track, Royal Gorge, Arkansas River, Colorado, 1880 s

USA, Colorado. Close-up of tree and Arkansas River in Salida

USA, Colorado. Close-up of Arkansas River in Salida

Royal Gorge, Canyon of the Arkansas, Colorado, c1898. Creator: William H. Jackson
Royal Gorge, Canyon of the Arkansas, Colorado, c1898

USA, Arkansas, Little Rock, city skyline from the Arkansas River

USA, Arkansas, Little Rock, William J. Clinton Presidential Library and Museum, Clinton Presidential Park Bridge

Arkansas, Little Rock, Arkansas River

USA, Arkansas, Little Rock, Arkansas River, autumn fog

USA, Arkansas, Little Rock, Clinton Presidential Park Bridge and Arkansas River

Over the Plains to Colorado (engraving)
1614184 Over the Plains to Colorado (engraving) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Over the Plains to Colorado)

La Salle Taking Possession of the Land at the Mouth of the Arkansas. March 10, 1682, 1847/1848

The Worlds Highest Bridge Spanning the Royal Gorge, near Canon City, Colo. c1930s. Royal Gorge suspension bridge built November 1929 over a canyon of the Arkansas River was the highest bridge in

Royal Gorge of the Arkansas, c1897. Creator: Unknown
Royal Gorge of the Arkansas, c1897. Royal Gorge is a canyon of the Arkansas River located in Colorados Rocky Mountain region which fell under Spanish claims

Royal Gorge of the Arkansas River, Colorado, USA, c1900. Creator: Unknown
Royal Gorge of the Arkansas River, Colorado, USA, c1900. The Royal Gorge, one of the deepest canyons in Colorado, is also known as the Grand Canyon of the Arkansas (River)

MIGRANT WORKERS, 1939. A family of migrant workers with their automobile in the Arkansas River bottoms near Vian, Oklahoma. Photograph by Russell Lee, 1939

Old Texas Map - Scanned 1887 map

Fort Smith, Arkansas, 1800s
US Army outpost at Fort Smith, Arkansas, in the mid-1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Spanish colonial cannon replica, Arkansas Post National Memorial
Replica of Spanish 8-pounder used at Fort Carlos III in the 1700s, Arkansas Post National Memorial, Arkansas. Digital photograph

Site of Arkansas Post on the Arkansas River
Arkansas River near its junction with the Mississippi River, Arkansas Post National Memorial. Arkansas. Digital photograph

Royal Gorge, Canyon of the Arkansas, Colorado, Jackson, William Henry, 1843-1942, Canyons, Rivers, United States, Colorado, Royal Gorge, United States, Colorado, Arkansas River, 1898

The Royal Gorge, Colo, Jackson, William Henry, 1843-1942, Railroad tracks, Rivers, Canyons, United States, Colorado, Royal Gorge, United States, Colorado, Arkansas River, 1880

Sunset in the Royal Gorge, Col, Jackson, William Henry, 1843-1942, Sunrises & sunsets, Rivers, Canyons, United States, Colorado, Royal Gorge, United States, Colorado, Arkansas River, 1901

COLORADO: CANYON, c1876. A view of Royal Gorge, also known as the Grand Canyon of the Arkansas River, near Canyon City, Colorado, looking west. Stereograph, c1876, by James Thurlow

COLORADO: EMIGRANTS, c1870. Emigrant famillies posing in front of a covered wagon on a timber bridge over the rapids of the Upper Arkansas River, near Pueblo, Colorado

Colorado, Canon City, Royal Gorge Railroad. Views from the train along the Arkansas River. (PR)

River barge on the Arkansas River at Ft. Smith, Arkansas

Riverfront Park along the Arkansas River in Little Rock, Arkansas

River barge and tug boat on the Arkansas River at Ft. Smith, Arkansas

Old Statehouse and modern office buildings along the Arkansas River at Little Rock, Arkansas

A hydroelectric dam, part of the Ozark Lake Project on the Arkansas River at Ozark, Arkansas

USA, Arkansas, Ozark. View of the Ozark Bridge across the Arkansas River at twilight

USA, Colorado, Arkansas River, Salida. Female kayaker in a river hydraulic called a hole during the annual FIBark Whitewater Festival

Little Rock, Arkansas, 1870s
Little Rock, capital of Arkansas, viewed from the river in the 1870s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Site of Henri de Tontis French settlement, 1686
Replica of cross marking Henri de Tontis 1686 French trading settlement, Arkansas Post National Memorial, Arkansas. Digital photograph

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"Exploring the Majestic Arkansas River: A Journey Through Time and Nature" Embarking on a historical voyage, we traverse the railway tracks that once connected the bustling city of Little Rock to the enchanting Royal Gorge. The Arkansas River, flowing gracefully through Colorado since the 1880s, becomes our guide as we uncover its captivating secrets. In Little Rock, USA, this mighty river reveals its multifaceted beauty. From its tranquil waters, we witness the mesmerizing city skyline reflecting in its gentle ripples. As we delve deeper into history, we stumble upon an old Texas map that highlights how this river shaped regions and destinies. The William J. Clinton Presidential Library and Museum stands proudly along the banks of the Arkansas River in Little Rock—a testament to both political legacy and natural grandeur. Here, President Clinton's influence intertwines with nature's serenity as visitors immerse themselves in knowledge amidst breathtaking surroundings. Autumn descends upon us like a mystical fog enveloping everything it touches. Alongside this ethereal mist lies Clinton Presidential Park Bridge—an architectural marvel spanning across the Arkansas River—connecting past and present seamlessly. Our journey takes us further back in time as we encounter engravings depicting La Salle taking possession of land at the mouth of this very river—a reminder of explorers who paved their way through uncharted territories. Reaching new heights literally and metaphorically, we stand before one of mankind's greatest achievements—the world's highest bridge span over Royal Gorge near Canon City. This awe-inspiring structure symbolizes human ingenuity harmoniously blending with nature's wonders. Returning to Little Rock once more, autumn fog blankets our path while a river barge glides silently through these mystical waters—a scene straight out of a dreamy painting capturing tranquility amidst changing seasons. As our expedition draws to a close on Clinton Presidential Park Bridge overlooking Arkansas River one last time—we reflect on all that we have witnessed.